Will your children be able to afford the Capital Gains Tax on the family cottage?
Will your children be able to afford the Capital Gains Tax on the family cottage? In Canada, your principal residence is excluded from any capital gains taxation upon its sale. Any subsequent properties you own, like the family cottage, will incur capital gains taxes upon sale or inheritance. With this, one of the greatest financial challenges […]
RESPs – Exploring investment and savings options in Canada
Exploring investment and savings options in Canada Registered Education Savings Plans (RESP) Navigating financial planning for education can be complex, especially when planning for a child’s future education costs. Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs) are a crucial tool in Canada for parents and guardians aiming to save for post-secondary education. Am I eligible to open […]
To Sell or Not to Sell: That is the question when it comes to the new capital gains tax increase
The federal budget’s proposed increase in the capital gains inclusion rate has some asking: “Should I trigger my gains now?” Some of the loudest noise emanating from the series of budget announcements is how capital gains will be taxed after June 24, 2024. Prior to this date, when you have a gain on the sale […]
Maximizing Your Wealth: Tailored Investment Solutions for Your Financial Goals
As a Dental Professional, you spend countless hours studying, practicing, and utilizing your knowledge and unique skill set to give you the opportunity to earn a healthy income. It’s important for you and your family to have a tailored wealth management solution in which you have the utmost conviction, to grow, protect, and enjoy your […]
Higher for Longer: Adjusting your Portfolio for a Higher Interest Rate World
“We’re in a transition period to a world where interest rates are going to be higher than what many people have gotten used to.” Governor of the Bank of Canada, Tiff Macklem. May 18th, 2023 As we move into a new normal of higher interest rates, a much different economy from the one we experienced […]
FHSA – First Home Savings Account
Rapidly rising home prices and higher interest rates have made it increasingly difficult for Canadians to save for a down payment on their first home. Effective April 1, 2023, the government of Canada officially approved the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) to help alleviate some of these difficulties, and financial institutions are working towards making […]
RRSP or TFSA – which one is right for me?
Save taxes using Canada’s array of Registered Investment Accounts A registered account is an investment account with preferred tax status from the Canadian government. The most common Registered accounts are: RRSP- Registered Retirement Savings Plan TFSA- Tax-Free Savings Account RESP- Registered Education Savings Plan RDSP – Registered Disability Savings Plan RRIF- Registered Retirement Income Fund […]
THE REAL ESTATE FUND A Great Way to Diversify
A cornerstone of good portfolio management is proper diversification. In simple terms: don’t put all your eggs in one basket! The Real Estate Fund owns 88 high-quality, income-producing Canadian properties valued at $3.8 billion. This real estate fund does not own individual residential real estate in the neighbourhoods we live in. It owns a diversified […]
3 reasons why you should be investing inside your DPC
Many dentists, whether Associates or Practice Owners, will incorporate a Dentistry Professional Corporation (DPC). Usually, they will do this once they are billing enough that they do not need every dollar to meet their current expense obligations (including paying down student debt). One question we get a lot is whether dentists should take the money […]
Are you a Value Investor or a Growth Investor?
Which investment style is right for you in the post-pandemic world? After coming through the whip-saw stock market of March 2020, most investors have generally seen a rise in their portfolio value. In many cases those returns are some of the best we have seen in a decade of a generally rising bull market. Consider […]